Bring on Innovation

Distinguished Professor Richard DiMarchi's transformative research into the use of GLP-1 drugs to fight obesity is a shining example of IU innovation and has earned him the 2024 Mani L. Bhaumik Breakthrough of the Year award.

The Kelley Direct MBA was the first program of its kind from a top business school and it quickly became the best. Now, it's celebrating 25 years of excellence and continuing to lead the way in online business education.

Four undergrads have taken their research out of the lab and into the community by launching startup companies, showcasing how the culture of innovation at Indiana University impacts students at every level.

Professor Sagar Samtani's research pairs data analytics and artificial intelligence to improve cybersecurity, better diagnose mental health issues, and create high-impact solutions for the business world.

Established by Kelley School of Business students, Sample Gates Management Inc., is the largest undergraduate student-managed real estate private equity fund launch, measured by dollars raised, in the country. It's a unique opportunity made possible by the entrepreneurial climate found at Indiana University.

Military Leadership—From Battle Field to Peace Time is a one-of-a-kind class that teaches how to apply wartime tactics to the business world. The class uses interactive games to go beyond theory and put what students are learning into practice.

The impact of Indiana University's development of the first fluoride toothpaste formula continues to be felt more than 70 years later. In fact, the Department of Chemistry has earned a National Historic Chemical Designation from the American Chemical Society for this work.

As part of their graduate program at the Kelley School of Business, four students completed consulting projects for the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division. Their work in the school’s Field Consulting Project earned them recognition from the Pentagon.

More than a decade ago, Kelley launched the first Physician MBA program from a top-ranked business school. Today, the school counts more than 400 physician leaders working to transform healthcare among its alumni.

More than 125 student startup founders and 30 student startup teams have found the support they need to pursue their dreams at IU Innovates. Founded less than a year ago, IU Innovates is driving impact by expanding entrepreneurship at Indiana University.